ReviewInteractive journal of medical research2025
Adoption of Telemedicine for Dementia Care in Nigeria: Scoping Review.
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Abstract
Background: Dementia is a global health challenge, particularly in Nigeria, where limited health care infrastructure, cultural stigmas, and poor awareness hinder its care. Telemedicine can improve patient outcomes, increase health care access, and support caregivers. However, challenges such as poor internet connectivity, digital literacy, and a lack of integrated strategies hinder its adoption, particularly in rural areas. Objective: This scoping review aims to evaluate the adoption of telemedicine for dementia care in Nigeria by highlighting existing interventions, their effectiveness, implementation challenges, and contextual barriers. It also draws on global evidence to propose culturally relevant, sustainable strategies. Methods: A scoping review was conducted using the PRISMA-ScR (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Extension for Scoping Reviews) framework. Peer-reviewed articles were included if they focused on telemedicine or digital health interventions for dementia care in Nigeria or sub-Saharan Africa and published between January 2010 and February 2024. Databases searched included PubMed, Scopus, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Cochrane Library, and Google Scholar. A total of 23 articles met the inclusion criteria. Results: Among the 23 studies, 10 (43.5%) focused on mobile health apps, 8 (34.8%) on video consultations, and 5 (21.7%) on remote monitoring tools. These interventions improved caregiver support, medication adherence, and access to specialist care. Key barriers included limited digital literacy, poor internet access, and a lack of cohesive national telemedicine policy. Conclusions: There is an urgent need for an inclusive national telemedicine policy in Nigeria. Interventions such as mobile health, video consultations, and remote monitoring tools show potential to enhance dementia care, reduce caregiver burden, and improve health outcomes.
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